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Boston Globe - Entertainment

Q&A: Olivia Wilde on her interest in 'investigating the messy, difficult stuff' in 'The Invite' -- The director said her new dark marital comedy actually left her feeling very romantic and optimistic about love.

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don aucoin review - A faint light in Shakespeare & Company's formulaic 'Fireflies' The show runs through July 19 in Lenox.

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Amid celebrations for America's 250th, some people are breaking up with the country -- Breakup250 is giving people across the country the opportunity to share personal reflections on what they are unhappy about or discontented with in America as July 4 approaches.

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Summer Arts Guide - 80 fun concerts, festivals, shows, and more to check out around Boston this summer - From outdoor music festivals to comedy shows, here are the top events to check out in Boston and beyond this summer.

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All the movies you'll watch this summer

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10 NEW SHOWS TO WATCH THIS SUMMER

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Read more from our Summer Arts Guide

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BOOK REVIEW -- In Daniel Mason's 'Country People,' newcomers to small-town New England find a fantastical conspiracy -- Academic spouses Kate and Miles are the heart of Daniel Mason's wonderfully dry, intellectually frisky novel about a California family finding new adventures and learning new tricks in rural New England.

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THE VIP LOUNGE -- Broadway-bound actress Shannon Cochran on beach vacations, cramped RV trips, and Italy -- We caught up with Cochran, who lives in Los Angeles, to talk about all things travel.

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Why does TD Garden commission custom gifts for performers like Lady Gaga and Cardi B? TD Garden has commissioned Boston designers and artists to create bespoke gifts for headliners, a gesture they hope will "create meaningful, enduring connections to Boston," says Tricia McCorkle.

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A Colorado trip inspired the lyrics of 'America the Beautiful' — but the author was from Mass. -- Born in Falmouth, Katharine Lee Bates was a devoted social reformer, an anti-war activist, and a passionate defender of women's rights.

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odie henderson review | ★★★ - 'The Invite': Wilde & Rogen & Cruz & Norton - Olivia Wilde's raucous, argumentative dark comedy calls back to other classic films about a pair of couples, while Seth Rogen gives what might be a career-best performance.

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Ken Burns and Jeanne Shaheen will each receive the same Legacy Award this fall -- The New England Council announced documentarian Ken Burns and retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen will each be honored this fall as a recipient of the group's Legacy Award.

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Representative Ayanna Pressley talks about why she chose to take part in a documentary about her life -- The congresswoman was speaking at a Roxbury International Film Festival screening of the documentary "She Dared to Dream."

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Questlove explores another titan of Black music in Earth, Wind & Fire documentary -- His latest film, "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)," debuts on HBO on June 7 at 9 p.m. and streams on HBO Max.

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Classical music audiences are shrinking. Can Boston's many ensembles find a way to bring them back?

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Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular: How to watch and everything you need to know

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In 'The American Five,' teaming up to change history

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Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 86

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The ancestors have their eyes on us in Shannon Sanders's 'The Great Wherever'

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In their latest caper, the Minions have dominion over Hollywood

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Blake Lively wants $8 million in legal fees from Justin Baldoni after 'It Ends With Us' dispute

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Ariana Grande reschedules two July shows at TD Garden amid safety concerns

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Everything we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, from the venue to the dress code

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10 GREAT MOVIES SET IN VERY COLD PLACES TO HELP TAKE YOUR MIND OFF THE HEAT WAVE

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Family ties strained to the breaking point in Barrington Stage's 'The Zionists: A Family Storm'

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Lauryn Hill honored, Janet Jackson stuns Teyana Taylor, and Druski makes history at BET Awards

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You can now stream the great coming-of-age dramedy 'Please Like Me' for free

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Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick, and others

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Free July events: Independence Day, outdoor movies, live music, and more

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'It's about the people, and we're going to show up and celebrate that': Jane Lynch talks hosting Boston Pops July 4 show

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This week's TV: 'Legally Blonde' spinoff 'Elle,' Michelle Buteau's 'Survival of the Thickest,' and more

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Lauryn Hill honored, Janet Jackson stuns Teyana Taylor, and Druski makes history at BET Awards

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